Ken Posted December 23, 2008 Share Posted December 23, 2008 Really late to the start, but thought I would throw my hat in the ring. I am not promising to have this one done in three months so, but I will try. Dug out a Donks kit that I grabbed at big lots a while back. The idea was actually percolating in my brain since I started reading this thread a couple of months ago. So without further ado, I present 'Vlad the Impala' Here I have shaved off the side trim. Added weld seams on the door, can't have it flying open at high speed. I added some 'sheet metal' to strengthen the sides from impact. I also removed the passenger's door handle. If you can't open it why have it? You can also see some of the armament I have choosen. These are browning 30 cals and some 20mm cannons that came from a Trumpeter 1/24 Spitfire I had laying around. The cannon barrels have been lengthened through the use of styrene tubing and Aluminum tubing for end of the barrels. The brownings are just as they came from the kit. I put them on the car to gain some reference in size. Here are some closer shots of the cannons. They originally had fairings due to the fact that they are intended for a fighter aircraft. The fairing was cut off and then the barrel was lengthened for intimidation. I am not sure where they will be mounted. I don't know yet where these will go. I am thinking right next to the driver with some sort of ocular aiming device ALA longbow apache type system. These are the four brownings. Two will be mounted in the trunk using the existing taillight holes for the muzzles to exit from. I haven't decided what kind of mounting the other two will receive. Most likely it will be some sort of turret like mount. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodneyBad Posted December 24, 2008 Share Posted December 24, 2008 I'm still stalled but I'm watching DeathRace and finding what I need to do. Brains over Bron. ha, ha,ha, ha,ha, ha,ha, ha,ha, ha,ha, ha, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CB Posted December 25, 2008 Share Posted December 25, 2008 Finally figured out a BIG gun for the Pony AckAckAck. Raided a buncha military toys I got some time ago for an art project I dreamed up and found 4 big ackack-ers. Rigged up a mount for atop das turret, made mods to the machinen guns and glued it all together. Set it up with my ratty Fleetliner for target practise and started 'shooting' ! This sled is HUGE--hard to get a decent pic of the whole thing .... As usual, I gotta 'play' with my pix, attempting to make some action shots 'Painted' it here, not exactly how I plan in the 'real' world, but close. Gotta inflict some battle damage and then it's PAINTIN' time........Can't wait Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corvette.Jeff Posted December 26, 2008 Share Posted December 26, 2008 this should be a yearly thing on this site start at eh begining of the year and give em a few months to create a awesome car! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Posted January 16, 2009 Share Posted January 16, 2009 Vlad has been joined by a buddy. I am actually thinking of making Vlad into a 'support' type vehicle. I haven't come up with a name, but the idea hit me walking down one of the isles at Hobby Lobby. Chassis is a Monogram 50 Ford pickup. Weapon so far is a Tamiya german 7.5 cm PAK 40. Brass shells are from Tamiya as well. In 1/24-25th it would work out to about a 50-55mm gun. I figure I will add some armor for the gun crew and maybe a couple flexible gun mounts with 30 cals as well. Vlad will become a very well armed ammo carrier... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B-dub Posted January 16, 2009 Share Posted January 16, 2009 Fily an update from someone!! It was making me sad to not see anymore builds! lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajulia Posted January 17, 2009 Share Posted January 17, 2009 Oh! Boy!! Thats it I quit... Yikes now thats fire power!! Will keep my eye out for you.. Keep on wit the keepin on!! Wheres all the updates everyone! anyone! someone!! LOL!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajulia Posted January 17, 2009 Share Posted January 17, 2009 Hello all!! I hope the build-off hasnt been put on the back burner!. I just got my artillery in so business continues as usual. Then I thought of all the wieght my 'macho mustang has been added I had to upgrade the engine bay. I tore the engine open and upgraded cam and piston liftin and added a turbo system. Well not really but just to make look like it got the turbo installed. heres some pics then off to finallly get the front end armored.. Im still pluggin away i dont know if this is still going on but I will finish this project cause this is as fun as the detail and cool painting projects too. Keep on wit the keepin on!!! peace ajulia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
george 53 Posted January 17, 2009 Share Posted January 17, 2009 Tito, You got a 106MM. cannon, a coupla M-60's and a .50 Cal. plus whatever else I don't know about, so, you needn't be afraid of nobody, now go out there an do me PROUD! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajulia Posted January 17, 2009 Share Posted January 17, 2009 Tito, You got a 106MM. cannon, a coupla M-60's and a .50 Cal. plus whatever else I don't know about, so, you needn't be afraid of nobody, now go out there an do me PROUD! Hola hermano!! Gracias loco!<--- for the lead spitters...Yeah but did ya see what was on that pickup truck. Dang!! This build-off for me has been nuttin but fun I learned alot not having to worry about this color paint not wanting to be on this color and so on!!!. Im not sure of the end date but I know its in March Would love to see where everyone are at this point.. peace ajulia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clay Posted January 17, 2009 Share Posted January 17, 2009 Mine has been pout on hold for supply reasons, hopefully its still going on when I get my return because I am making a trip up to Hobby Town USA. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodneyB Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Well I managed to get something done. Little Armour Plating since I plan to be in front of yuz all And in-case yuz get too close, a few self defense Flares(?)and weapons. Top hatch for reloading rockets, 1 on 1 shooting, and escape. Little something to help push Uz out of the way. Front tire guards (don't know what to do with the centers yet) and my Night Vision/tracker system Dome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Cranky Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Wow, some great builds going on here . . . amazing stuff!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 DEATHRACERS! Prepare for GLORY! That's right gang, the Spartan is back in the race. I have aquired a 300C on Ebay for an absurdly low price to replace the chassis I ruined. Gonna do some weathering on the body to lose the ugly gold color and we'll see what develops. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted February 9, 2009 Share Posted February 9, 2009 She's done. Check it out. http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/index.p...t=0#entry154976 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron L Posted February 9, 2009 Share Posted February 9, 2009 Neat stuff, I missed out on this build-off. THat's what I get for not visiting often. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted September 10, 2009 Share Posted September 10, 2009 So, did any of the other participants ever finish thier build for this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodneyBad Posted September 10, 2009 Share Posted September 10, 2009 So, did any of the other participants ever finish thier build for this? Uhm, Mine still looks the same. I totally missed your finished one. It looks like it was right of the movie.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
made007 Posted September 10, 2009 Share Posted September 10, 2009 right now im working on a replica of the movie, pachenko 66'buick riviera, stay tuned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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